President William Ruto has hailed healthcare workers in his Christmas message to Kenyans.
The head of state in a joint video statement with First Lady Rachel Ruto released on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, also hailed construction sector workers.
“This Christmas, I invite you to go with me on a brief journey to honor millions of men and women whose service is defining our collective national transformation endeavors significantly contributing to nation building,” President Ruto says in the introductory part of his message.
Ruto on health workers
The head of state went ahead to hail the hard work, determination and dedication put by health workers to ensure every Kenyan has access to care.
According to President Ruto, the health workers’ work is the foundation of a healthier nation and a healthier future.
“Because of their hard work, determination and dedication, there is evidence before us that the work of building a stronger, more united, secure and prosperous Kenya is underway. Our health workers are guardians of our wellbeing, using their knowledge, skills and compassion to ensure every Kenyan has access to care. Your work is the foundation of a healthier nation and a healthier future,” he said.
Ruto on construction workers
He also honored the construction sector workers, especially those working on affordable housing project, saying that their efforts take the country forward towards a future of dignity, security, and inclusive growth.
“Every brick you lay takes our country forward towards a future of dignity, security, and inclusive growth. In constructing these homes, we are building lasting home for Kenyan families,” Ruto said.
The president also encouraged Kenyans to plant more trees during Christmas.
Rachel Ruto’s message
On her part, Mama Rachel hailed the education sector, stating that the country’s future lies in the classroom.
She assured the nation that the government will ensure Kenyan children are food secure to ensure a seamless learning process.
She also encouraged Kenyans to spend the Christmas festivities to plant more organic foods by setting up kitchen gardens to ensure they are food secure.
“Kenya’s future is in the classroom, having been a teacher, I understand how difficult it is to teach a hungry child. Our mission is to ensure hunger doesn’t get in the way of our children’s education. A plate of food is power in a child’s hands,” Mama Rachel said.
— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) December 24, 2024
